Mercedes-Benz CLS Problems by Year
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Mercedes-Benz CLS, across 6 model years (2006–2012). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
Mercedes-Benz CLS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CLS model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz CLS problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz CLS model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 CLS | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2011 CLS | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2010 CLS | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2009 CLS | 1 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2008 CLS | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2006 CLS | 3 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz CLS years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (3), 2011 (1), 2009 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz CLS?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz CLS have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.